Exploring Ikigai and Living Well with Dementia Among Japanese Canadians
Author Information
Author(s): Ito Hiro, Cox Susan, Phinney Alison, Ho Anita
Primary Institution: University of British Columbia
Hypothesis
How do Japanese Canadians live well with dementia through the lens of ikigai?
Conclusion
The study found that Japanese Canadians maintain their ikigai to live well with dementia through balance, continuity, and gratitude.
Supporting Evidence
- The study highlights the underrepresentation of Japanese Canadians in dementia research.
- Participants expressed their experiences through narrative interviews and art-making.
- Cultural values play a significant role in how individuals live well with dementia.
Takeaway
This study looked at how Japanese Canadians with dementia find joy and purpose in their lives, focusing on their cultural values.
Methodology
The study involved narrative interviews and a group art-making workshop with individuals living with dementia and their care partners.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the small, non-representative sample.
Limitations
The sample size was small and limited to a specific ethnocultural group.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 4 people living with dementia and 3 care partners from the Japanese Canadian community.
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